Overview

Since the earliest days of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, singing hymns to praise the Lord has been an integral part of Latter-day Saint worship. This guide is organized to aid you in researching the history of the Church’s hymns, including their creation, compilation, and dissemination. It identifies resources that can be accessed both online and on-site.

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